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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T437 PKEMOT history

T437 PKE is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 145,294 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Aug 2027
Mileage
145,294 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,774 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T437 PKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T437 PKE was last recorded at 145,294 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 839 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,455 miles · 2 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
839 miles
Average per year
5,774 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,294 miles
  • 2025 – 144,455 miles
  • 2024 – 144,442 miles
  • 2021 – 136,941 miles
  • 2017 – 117,935 miles
  • 2016 – 108,525 miles
  • 2014 – 101,852 miles
  • 2013 – 88,515 miles
  • 2012 – 76,412 miles
  • 2011 – 53,825 miles
  • 2010 – 40,107 miles
  • 2009 – 38,359 miles
  • 2008 – 36,443 miles
  • 2007 – 34,144 miles
  • 2006 – 31,786 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,294 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 15 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,294 miles (+839)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    145,294 miles
    Test number
    606687797325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass144,455 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    144,455 miles
    Test number
    196009704909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail144,442 miles (+7,501)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,442 miles
    Test number
    560124921305
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear parking brake efficiency slightly low
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass136,941 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    136,941 miles
    Test number
    881262839249
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail136,941 miles (+19,006)1 dangerous7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,941 miles
    Test number
    884179290747
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass117,935 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    117,935 miles
    Test number
    373187329362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail117,935 miles (+9,410)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,935 miles
    Test number
    274068899632
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  8. Pass108,525 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    108,525 miles
    Test number
    959876527921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail108,515 miles (+6,663)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,515 miles
    Test number
    680484488718
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

  10. Fail101,852 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,852 miles
    Test number
    505366244319
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteHead-light lens faded.

  11. Pass101,852 miles (+13,337)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    101,852 miles
    Test number
    758856444359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteHead-light lens faded.

  12. Fail88,515 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,515 miles
    Test number
    296605343343
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass88,515 miles (+12,103)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    88,515 miles
    Test number
    779445343356
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass76,412 miles (+22,587)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    76,412 miles
    Test number
    168617142349
    • NoteCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension components
    • NoteHand brake travel long

  15. Pass53,825 miles (+13,718)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    53,825 miles
    Test number
    695243941313
    • NoteUnder side suspension components corroded.

  16. Pass40,107 miles (+1,748)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    40,107 miles
    Test number
    951689940368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,359 miles (+1,916)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    38,359 miles
    Test number
    451102229400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    36,443 miles
    Test number
    403358838367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail36,443 miles (+2,299)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,443 miles
    Test number
    304458038391
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  20. Pass34,144 miles (+2,358)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    34,144 miles
    Test number
    422298837405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,786 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    31,786 miles
    Test number
    324639346372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T437 PKE

Does T437 PKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T437 PKE is valid until 11 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T437 PKE?
The MOT on T437 PKE is valid until 11 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T437 PKE done?
T437 PKE was recorded at 145,294 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 5,774 miles a year.
Has T437 PKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T437 PKE has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on T437 PKE ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T437 PKE find?
T437 PKE passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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